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RESEARCH & PRESERVATION SPECIALIST I (Contractual)

Conservator

Recruitment #20-005408-0002

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Introduction

Jefferson Patterson Park and Museum (JPPM), an agency of the Maryland Historical Trust, within the Maryland Department of Planning, is recruiting for a full time, contractual Archaeological Conservator.

JPPM is located on 560 scenic acres along the Patuxent River in Calvert County, Maryland, and is the State Museum of Archaeology and a center for both regional and statewide archaeological research.  It is home to the Maryland Archaeological Conservation Laboratory (MAC Lab), which houses over 8 million artifacts. 

Jefferson Patterson Park and Museum connects people to the past through history and archaeology and supports the preservation of Maryland's cultural and natural resources. www.jefpat.org

GRADE

13

LOCATION OF POSITION

10515 Mackall Road, St. Leonard, Maryland 20685

POSITION DUTIES

Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum (JPPM) is seeking a Conservator to work in the Maryland Archaeological Conservation Lab (MAC Lab). JPPM, as the State Museum of Archaeology and a center for both regional and statewide archaeological research, is located on 560 scenic acres along the Patuxent River in Calvert County, Maryland. The MAC Lab is an archaeological research, conservation, and curation facility which houses over 8 million artifacts from across the state. (To learn more, go to: http://www.jefpat.org/).

The Conservator surveys, examines and documents objects, performs analytical tests, prepares treatment proposals, performs conservation treatments including mechanical and chemical treatment, packages or mounts artifacts for transport, storage or display, and submits full reports of all activities, thus providing preservation care to archaeological collections.

Conservation Surveys

· Carry out condition and conservation surveys for revenue generating projects to determine conservation priorities. 

Documentation and Photography

· Record technical information into the conservation database for the purposes of producing Conservation Reports for clients.

· Take before and after treatment photographs as part of the Conservation Report submittal.

 Artifact Treatment

· Carry out passive and interventive conservation treatments, including but not limited to mechanical cleaning, desalination, structural fills, environmental packaging and reconstruction.

· Ensure that all work is performed in compliance with the American Institute of Conservation’s Code of Ethics and Guidelines for Practice.

 Technical Monitoring

· Perform quantitative tests throughout chemically interventive treatments such as vacuum freeze drying, desalination and PEG impregnation.

 X-radiography/Analytical Testing

· X-ray artifacts in conjunction with conservation surveys or as needed to perform specific conservation treatments.

· Perform material characterization tests to assist archaeologists and curators in their research of artifacts or to identify materials to determine appropriate conservation treatments.

 Personnel Interaction

· Work with Head Conservator and clients to determine conservation needs and to develop appropriate conservation strategies.

· Keep staff up to date regarding treatment progress and developments. 

Package or mount artifacts for transport, storage or display

 General lab maintenance

 Assist with JPPM sponsored events

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education:  Applicant must have a degree in the conservation of objects from an accredited conservation degree program.

Experience: Applicant must have one year of practical experience treating archaeological materials. This includes artifact documentation, performing analytical tests, preparing treatment proposals, interventive and passive treatments, packing or mounting artifacts for transport, storage or display, and preparing reports.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Preference will be given to applicants who possess the following preferred qualification(s). Include clear and specific information on your application regarding your qualifications.

1. Experience with taking and processing photographs.
2. Experience with Windows Office Suite (Word, Excel and Access) or other equivalent computer software.
3. Training in health and safety and the use of lifting and moving equipment.

LIMITATIONS ON SELECTION

The applicant should be able to lift 50 pounds and work on ladders or in crouching positions.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle.

Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator’s license valid in the State of Maryland.

SELECTION PROCESS

Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment.

All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date.  

We will not consider information submitted after this date. Successful candidates will be placed on the employment (eligible) list for at least one year.

EXAMINATION PROCESS

The assessment may consist of a rating of your education, training and experience related to the requirements of the position.  It is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.  Please report all experience and education that is related to this position.

BENEFITS

Contractual employees who work for an agency covered under the State Employee and Retiree Health and Welfare Benefits Program, have a current employment contract and work 30 or more hours a week (or on average 130 hours per month) may be eligible for subsidized health benefits coverage for themselves and their dependents. As a contractual employee, you will be responsible for paying 25% of the premiums for your medical and prescription coverage, including any eligible dependents you have enrolled. The State of Maryland will subsidize the remaining 75% of the cost for these benefits. You can also elect to enroll in dental coverage, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, and life insurance, but will be responsible to pay the full premium for these benefits.

Leave may be granted to a contractual employee who has worked 120 days in a 12 month period. This leave accrues at a rate of one hour for every 30 hours worked, not to exceed 40 hours per calendar year.

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

For education obtained outside the U.S., a copy of the equivalent American education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service needs to be provided before hire. 

All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date.  We will not consider information submitted after this date. 

The on-line application process is STRONGLY preferred.  If you are not able to apply online, you may submit a paper application and supplemental questionnaire (by the closing date) to:

Department of Budget and Management

Recruitment and Examination Division

301 W. Preston St., Suite 608

Baltimore, MD  21201

Attn:  For inquiries regarding this recruitment, please call 410 767-7950